Thich Nhat Hanh once said people usually consider walking on water or in thin air a miracle.
But I think the real miracle is not to walk either on water or in thin air,
But to walk on earth.
Each day we are engaged in a miracle which we don't even recognize.
A blue sky,
White clouds,
Green leaves,
The black curious eyes of a child,
Our own two eyes,
All of this is a miracle.
Now inhale deeply imagining the air filled with life-sustaining forces,
Nitrogen,
Oxygen and trace elements.
These are gifts from our earth,
Present in every breath.
As you exhale envision releasing any tension or stress.
Feel the connection to earth grow with each breath,
Knowing that this very air forms a bridge between you and the natural world.
With each inhale visualize the oxygen that fuels photosynthesis,
The process that feeds the plants and in turn us.
Each breath is a communion with the earth's atmosphere,
Its plants and even the sun's energy.
Feel a sense of inter-being with all life-forms,
A shared existence that nurtures and sustains.
With each passing breath you are shifting your focus inwards contemplating your body as you breathe.
Realize that you are not separate from the earth,
You are made of the earth and it's a part of you.
Look beyond seeing the earth as merely an environment,
It is a vibrant living entity.
Embrace this understanding as a profound connection that expands your consciousness.
Think of earth's beauty,
A cherry blossom branch,
A snail's shell,
A bat's wing.
Each element is a testament to earth's creativity and as you do so do you feel a deep love and admiration stirring inside you.
With each realization of the earth's elegance and harmony allow love to fill your heart connecting you deeply with our planet.
Focus now on the concept of true happiness.
True happiness stems from love and understanding,
Not material possessions.
Embrace simplicity.
Each mindful moment can be a source of joy,
Whether it's a breath,
A view of the sky or the presence of a loved one.
Allow these reflections to enhance your connection to the earth and foster a sustainable way of living.
In a world where we witness a lot of turmoil every day,
Love stands as the simple powerful answer.
Creation wars melting away,
People thriving and nature healing,
All through the power of love.
People talk about privilege.
True privilege is using one's advantage to spread love,
Transforming it from a mere benefit into a duty.
Critics may scoff but no argument convincingly disputes love's value.
Now love isn't perfection.
Love is a choice.
Love is a commitment made anew each day.
Our deepest challenge is our disconnection from love and that's the source of all issues.
Embracing love deeper,
Especially when the world resists,
Isn't just an option,
It's our most profound calling.
With my loving heart,
I see a blue light envelope the world with an energy of peace.
Every continent,
Every ocean,
Every forest,
The animals and the eight billion something humans,
They're all touched by this blue light filled with peace.
With the generosity in my heart and pure spirit,
I unite with that divine presence and the love of the divine.
Call it great spirit or whatever name you choose.
Together we bless our world.
I sense peace and love of the divine passing through me and caressing the world,
Nurturing every being,
Nurturing people and beings back to purity,
Peace and power.
And I see a joyful world,
A world full of peace and love,
A world without sorrow where there is love and respect.
I recognize that I play a part in bringing this world into being.
I keep love and respect shining in my heart always.
I keep peace and truth in my spirit forever.
As we bring this practice to a close,
Hold on to the feelings of love and connection that you have cultivated.
